ContractSolicitationTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

C--Interpretive Exhibit for Ridgefield National Wildl

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE 140F0S26Q0028
Response Deadline
Jun 19, 2026
30 days left
Days Remaining
30
Until deadline
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, within the Department of the Interior, is seeking a total small business contractor to design, fabricate, and install interpretive exhibits for the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center. The work covers a multi-phase exhibit package that includes a central interpretive exhibit, topographic map, wall exhibits, a welcome counter, a tree seating area, a temporary exhibit space, a salmon stream mural, and rollable exhibits, along with related graphics, fabrication materials, and electronic programs. The project places strong emphasis on accessibility, durability, low-tech interactive elements, sustainable design, and compliance with NPS standards, including specific requirements for planning, design, production, installation, quality control, and accessible audiovisual content. Amendment 0001 adds exhibit conservation guidelines, NPS standard specifications, photos, a relevant experience questionnaire, and CNC exhibit hall plans, sets the period of performance from July 1, 2026, to December 31, 2027, and requires offerors to acknowledge the amendment or risk rejection.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
541850
Indoor and Outdoor Display Advertising
PSC Code
C219
ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- GENERAL: OTHER

Solicitation Documents

7 Files
Sol_140F0S26Q0028_Amd_0001.pdf
PDF202 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
Amendment 0001 to solicitation 140F0S26Q0028, effective May 15, 2026, adds five attachments: B09 Attachment 1 Exhibit Conservation Guidelines, B09 Attachment 2 National Park Service Standard Specifications for Planning, Design, Production, and Ins, B09 Attachment 3 Photos, B09 Attachment 4 Relevant Experience Questionnaire, and B09 Attachment 5 CNC Exhibit Hall Plans. This amendment also specifies the period of performance from July 1, 2026, to December 31, 2027. Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by completing items 8 and 15, acknowledging on each offer copy, or by separate communication before the specified due date and time. Failure to acknowledge may result in offer rejection. Contact information for the Contracting POC, Joni Dutcher, and Technical POCs, Karen Ceballos and Josie Finley, are provided. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.
B09_Attachment_2_National_Park_Service_Standard_Specifications_for_Planning_Design_Production_and_Ins_0001.pdf
PDF977 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
The National Park Service (NPS) Harpers Ferry Center outlines standard specifications for planning, design, production, and installation of electronic programs, including audiovisual and digital interactive content. This document details project management, accessibility, and technical requirements for contractors. Key sections cover definitions, pre-production, production, post-production phases, and specific guidelines for digital interactive programs, travel, submittals, and material acquisition. A strong emphasis is placed on accessibility, mandating open captions, audio description, and assistive listening in compliance with federal laws and NPS guidelines. Contractors must adhere to strict quality control, scheduling, and communication protocols, ensuring all deliverables meet professional and regulatory standards. The goal is to provide accessible, high-quality interpretive media for park visitors.
B09_Attachment_4_Relevant_Experience_Questionnaire_0001.docx
Word34 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
The Relative Experience Questionnaire is a government form used to assess a contractor's qualifications for federal contracts, grants, or state/local RFPs. It gathers information on the contractor's business type, years of experience as a prime or subcontractor, and details of relevant projects completed within the last two years. The form requires in-depth descriptions of past work, including tasks performed, equipment used, and project completion status. It also inquires about any past failures to complete work or projects completed by performance bond. Additionally, the questionnaire requests information on the experience of principal individuals within the business, credit references, and banking information for responsibility determinations. The form concludes with a certification by the contractor attesting to the accuracy of the provided information.
B09_Attachment_5_CNC_Exhibit_Hall_Plans_0001.pdf
PDF110 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
The provided document appears to be a floor plan, likely for a commercial or public building, detailing various rooms and their dimensions. Key areas include a Vestibule (100), a Friends Merch area (101), an Exhibit Area (102), an Office (103), and a Restroom (RR) (115). The document specifies precise measurements for walls and spaces, such as 10'-0
B09_Attachment_1_Exhibit_Conservation_Guidelines_0001.pdf
PDF37689 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
The National Park Service's
B09_Attachment_3_Photos_0001.docx
Word35799 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
The document, likely part of a government Request for Proposal (RFP) for exhibit design or renovation, details visual requirements and inspirational concepts for an exhibit hall. It specifies the need for current photos of the exhibit hall, particularly focusing on walls designated for a nature store/temporary exhibit space (Line Item 6), wall exhibits (Line Item 3), and a welcome counter (Line Item 4). Additionally, it includes concept inspiration for 'Rollable Exhibits' and 'Welcome Desk Applique Inspiration,' noting that while some examples are extravagant, they illustrate desired design treatments. The document's purpose is to provide visual context and design direction for potential bidders, ensuring their proposals align with the aesthetic and functional vision for the exhibit space.
Sol_140F0S26Q0028.pdf
PDF523 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This government solicitation, identified as a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) opportunity, details the requirements for the design, fabrication, and installation of interpretive exhibits at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center. The project, including both base and optional line items, encompasses various exhibit elements like a central interpretive exhibit, a topographic map, wall exhibits, a welcome counter, a tree seating area, a temporary exhibit space, a salmon stream mural, and rollable exhibits. Key aspects emphasize accessibility (ADA compliance), durability, low-tech interactive elements, and sustainable design. The Statement of Work outlines a multi-phase process from concept design to final installation, with specific deliverables and review milestones. It also includes comprehensive requirements for graphics, fabrication materials, electronic programs, and accessibility for audiovisual content. The period of performance spans 14 months, covering design, fabrication, and installation. Important administrative details cover contractor performance assessment (CPARS) and electronic invoicing through the IPP system, along with various FAR clauses related to safeguarding information and other commercial terms.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMay 15, 2026
amendedLatest Amendment· Description UpdatedMay 20, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineJun 19, 2026
expiryArchive DateJul 4, 2026

Agency Information

Department
INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE
Sub-Tier
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Office
FWS, OVER SAT G/S

Point of Contact

Name
Dutcher, Joni

Official Sources